Beamish Park

Downs, Moorland in Durham

England

Beamish Park

Beware of trains At a foot crossing on the Tanfield Railway.
Beware of trains Credit: Craig Allan

Beamish Park, located in Durham, England, is a picturesque park known for its stunning views and natural beauty. Situated on the outskirts of the town of Beamish, the park covers a vast area comprising of downs and moorland.

The downs in Beamish Park offer visitors a gentle, rolling landscape with lush green grass and scattered trees. The open expanse of the downs provides a serene environment, perfect for leisurely walks or picnics. The area is also home to a variety of wildlife, including rabbits, foxes, and a wide range of bird species, making it a popular spot for nature enthusiasts and birdwatchers.

Adjacent to the downs, the moorland section of Beamish Park offers a contrasting landscape, characterized by rough terrain, heather-covered hills, and rocky outcrops. The moorland provides a challenging terrain for hikers and climbers, who can enjoy the panoramic views of the surrounding countryside from the hilltops. The area is also rich in flora and fauna, with wildflowers and ferns adding bursts of color to the landscape.

Throughout the park, visitors can find well-maintained footpaths and trails, allowing them to explore the different sections of the park at their own pace. Information boards and signposts are strategically placed, providing educational insights into the natural features and historical significance of the area.

Overall, Beamish Park offers a diverse range of natural landscapes, making it a popular destination for outdoor enthusiasts, families, and those seeking tranquility in the midst of nature. Whether one chooses to explore the downs or venture across the moorland, a visit to Beamish Park promises a memorable and immersive experience in the heart of Durham's countryside.

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Beamish Park Images

Images are sourced within 2km of 54.884874/-1.6698382 or Grid Reference NZ2154. Thanks to Geograph Open Source API. All images are credited.

Beware of trains At a foot crossing on the Tanfield Railway.
Beware of trains
At a foot crossing on the Tanfield Railway.
East Tanfield Renishaw Ironworks No 6 backs onto a passenger train.
East Tanfield
Renishaw Ironworks No 6 backs onto a passenger train.
Tanfield Railway Tanfield Railway near East Tanfield Station. The steam engine is "Sir Cecil A Cochrane".
Tanfield Railway
Tanfield Railway near East Tanfield Station. The steam engine is "Sir Cecil A Cochrane".
Stream alongside railway Taken from an open window on a Tanfield Railway train.
Stream alongside railway
Taken from an open window on a Tanfield Railway train.
The approach to East Tanfield station Taken from an open window on a Tanfield Railway train.
The approach to East Tanfield station
Taken from an open window on a Tanfield Railway train.
Hedgerow alongside railway Taken from an open window on a Tanfield Railway train.
Hedgerow alongside railway
Taken from an open window on a Tanfield Railway train.
Bridge carrying railway path This bridge on the N. side of the County Durham town of Stanley now carries the Consett & Sunderland Railway Path. The structure replaced the original railway bridge.
Bridge carrying railway path
This bridge on the N. side of the County Durham town of Stanley now carries the Consett & Sunderland Railway Path. The structure replaced the original railway bridge.
A track through the delightfully named Hellhole Wood
A track through the delightfully named Hellhole Wood
Beech woodland, Hellhole Wood
Beech woodland, Hellhole Wood
Beamish Burn
Beamish Burn
Bench, Carrickshill Wood
Bench, Carrickshill Wood
The old Causey Arch station
The old Causey Arch station
Footbridge over the Causey Burn With some other bridge behind.
Footbridge over the Causey Burn
With some other bridge behind.
Small pond, Hellhole Wood
Small pond, Hellhole Wood
Beech woodland, Hellhole Wood
Beech woodland, Hellhole Wood
Hedley Hall Farm
Hedley Hall Farm
Mill Wood
Mill Wood
Pond, Mill Wood
Pond, Mill Wood
Show me another place!

Beamish Park is located at Grid Ref: NZ2154 (Lat: 54.884874, Lng: -1.6698382)

Unitary Authority: County Durham

Police Authority: Durham

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///ditching.assist.reflected. Near Tanfield, Co. Durham

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Located within 500m of 54.884874,-1.6698382
Railway: switch
Lat/Long: 54.8846878/-1.6643713
Railway: tram_level_crossing
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Disused Tourism: attraction
Old Name: Beamish Wild Birds of Prey Conservation Centre
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Disused Tourism: attraction
Old Name: Beamish Wild Ropes Activity Centre
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Railway: tram_level_crossing
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Railway: switch
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Railway: switch
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Railway: switch
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Railway: buffer_stop
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Railway: buffer_stop
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Crossing Barrier: full
Railway: level_crossing
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Crossing Barrier: full
Railway: level_crossing
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Home Farm
Operator: Beamish Museum - Transport Department
Railway: tram_stop
Shelter: no
Tram: yes
Lat/Long: 54.8843366/-1.6643409
Railway: switch
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Cafe
British Kitchen
Addr City: Stanley
Addr Housename: Beamish Museum
Addr Postcode: DH9 0RG
Addr Village: Beamish
Fhrs Id: 302706
Source Addr: FHRS Open Data
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Toilets
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Barrier: stile
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Foulbridge
Place: locality
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Dipwood Halt
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Station: miniature
Usage: tourism
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Regional Resource Centre
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Information: board
Tourism: information
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Regional Resource Centre, Collections Study Room
Entrance: yes
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Entrance: yes
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Bench
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Leisure: picnic_table
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Image: https://www.geograph.org.uk/photo/3751734
Railway: turntable
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Railway: tram_level_crossing
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Tourism: picnic_site
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Fixme: Seems unlikely - OS map indicates a bridge
Ford: yes
Lat/Long: 54.8818651/-1.6646562
Toilets
Access: yes
Changing Table: yes
Toilets Disposal: flush
Unisex: yes
Wheelchair: yes
Lat/Long: 54.8861725/-1.6645786
Power: pole
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Power: pole
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Power: pole
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Power: pole
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Power: pole
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Power: pole
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Bench
Backrest: yes
Mapillary: 1847833252072171
Lat/Long: 54.8862359/-1.6643969
Bench
Backrest: yes
Mapillary: 1847833252072171
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Ruston Bucyrus 25-RB excavator
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Image: https://www.geograph.org.uk/photo/7269203
Outdoor: yes
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Bench
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Content: water
Man Made: storage_tank
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Information: map
Tourism: information
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1940's Farm
Place: neighbourhood
Website: https://www.beamish.org.uk/explore-discover/1940s-farm/
Lat/Long: 54.8831338/-1.6653836
Home Farm
Operator: Beamish Museum - Transport Museum
Railway: tram_stop
Shelter: no
Lat/Long: 54.8843177/-1.6642851
Railway: switch
Lat/Long: 54.8840781/-1.664305
Bus Stop
Home Farm
Bus: yes
Description: Usually used in an Anti-Clockwise direction only
Operator: Beamish Museum - Transport Department
Public Transport: platform
Shelter: yes
Lat/Long: 54.8843106/-1.6641888
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